Marion’s Best Ever Apple Pie 🍏🥧
Overview:
Marion’s Best Ever Apple Pie is an irresistible dessert that embodies comfort and warmth. With its flaky pastry crust and perfectly spiced apple filling, this pie is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this recipe delivers exceptional flavor and texture in every bite.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 326.3 per serving
- Fat Content: 9.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 44.1mg
- Sodium Content: 89mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 57.5g
- Fiber Content: 4.4g
- Sugar Content: 28g
- Protein Content: 4.2g
Ratings:
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
- Review Count: 1
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 3/4 cup | Butter |
| 5 tbsp | Water |
| 5 | Tart apples |
| 1 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1/2 cup | Brown sugar |
| 2 tbsp | Milk |
| 1 | Egg yolk |
| 2 tbsp | Lemon juice |
| Bread crumbs (for dusting) |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pastry:
- In a large bowl, cut the butter and lard into the all-purpose flour using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle water over the mixture, then mix with a fork until a dough forms a ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill it for about 30 minutes.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- Divide the chilled dough into 2 balls. Roll out one portion to fit a 9-inch pie pan, leaving about 1 inch of pastry hanging over the edge.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Prepare the Apple Filling:
- Core, peel, and thinly slice the tart apples. Toss them with ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over the pie shell.
- Arrange the apple slices on top, ensuring there is as little space between slices as possible. Pile the slices high, but avoid mounding them in the center.
- Roll out the other half of the dough to fit the top of the pie. Brush the edge of the bottom crust with the egg wash made by blending the beaten egg yolk with milk.
- Place the top layer of dough on the pie and tuck it under the bottom layer of dough around the edge. Crimp the edges with your fingers to form fluting.
- Bake the Pie:
- Prick the pie with a fork in at least a dozen places to allow steam to escape. Brush the top of the pie with the remaining egg wash.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) and bake for another 15 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 325°F (163°C) and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
Serving:
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve slices of Marion’s Best Ever Apple Pie warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.
Enjoy!
Indulge in the delightful combination of tender apples, warm spices, and flaky crust with Marion’s Best Ever Apple Pie. Whether enjoyed as a comforting dessert or as a sweet treat for any occasion, this recipe is sure to impress with its irresistible flavor and homemade charm.
